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Sunday, May 6, 2012

Old Lakewood Fairgrounds

Well, if anyone remembers the old Lakewood fairgrounds, it is I. This familiar building is all that is left, and it appears that the landscape is now rented as a movie studio. During the 1940s through about 1970, when it shut down, Lakewood was a familiar retreat for families. This is the site of a 2950 ft rollercoaster, the most dangerous contraption known to man (at the time) sat in its metal splendor, daring children to ride. Yet, even when it was condemned, it still glistened in the sun and took on all darers. Lakewood was a carnival atmosphere, with rifle booths, coin tosses, and good ole cotton candy! Those were the days.

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After having researched multiple families from much has been learned about the pivotal roles which each o them played in building America. Everyone's ancestor whether in the history books or not, helped to build this country. I have probably traced over 100,000 names and am so familiar with the early colonists that I can just about open a discussion about any ancestor in the Southeast regions. If done properly, a tedious research will unfold the daily lives of each subject. I suppose that I am a fanatic now, however, an awareness of the experiences of your and my ancestors makes the history of America precious. I could sit down and talk (just about any) colonial ancestor with you. Hence, the desire to share my information with you. My researches are all heavily documented and I have discovered the intricate details which others cannot find. Jeannette Holland Austin www.georgiapioneers.com